🌩️Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Build Your Network Question: Maria from Cartagena, Colombia asks, “I just got the job of my dreams. I have been working in operations for a large manufacturing firm for years. I have wanted to be in sales, and I have finally gotten my shot. But wow this is different—so much freedom with time and it is up to me to structure my day, my week. What is your best advice?” Book: Build What Matters: Creating A Life of Significance by Sydne Jacques 🔥Register for this month’s Sales Logic Expert Exchange with Mike Weinberg! Let’s have a no-fluff conversation on what salespeople and sales managers are getting wrong in today’s market—and what to do instead.
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How to Drive Inbound Leads
Harnessing Online Presence for Lead Generation 🔥 Lightning Round: Top 10 Signs Your Sales Strategy Needs a Tune Up Question: George from Bar Harbor Maine asks, “I am a consultant, moved to Maine a few years ago to get out of the rat race of Boston. I love it—but I have lost my ability to easily make sales calls or attend networking events to drum up business. What can I do to DRIVE inbound leads?” Book: Pick Up The Phone and Sell by Alex GoldFayn Episode Summary Can sales be both powerful and principled? Join us as we unpack the art of driving inbound leads through authentic relationship-building. From the value of a daily posting routine to overcoming the hurdles of maintaining momentum in a new location, listen as we share stories and strategies that highlight the importance of a strong online presence and proactive outreach. M&M explore the dynamic dance between inbound and outbound sales strategies. It’s not just about waiting for leads to come to you, but also picking up the phone when necessary. We discuss how a balanced approach, coupled with consistency and discipline, can significantly enhance your sales success. Whether it’s through leveraging content on LinkedIn or practicing the principles in "Atomic Habits" by James Clear, we guide you through the steps to refine your lead generation and qualification processes.
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How to Stay Valuable After the Sale
Transforming One-Time Buyers into Lifelong Clients: Building Lasting Customer Relationships for Sustainable Growth Question: Zoltan asks, “I recently came across your co-hosted podcast, Sales Logic, and have been enjoying the insights you share. This year, I’m focused on developing stronger sales skills within the AEC professional services industry in Europe. I would love to learn from you—which three books would you recommend to help me on this journey? I’ve completed Dale Carnegie’s sales training and really connected with its client-centric approach. Many thanks in advance for your recommendations! Wishing you a great day.” Book: What Great Sales People Do by Michael Bosworth 🔥 Hot Topic: Top 10 Ways to Retain Customers
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How to Leave Your Competition in the Dust
Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways AI Can Make You More Human Question: Marina in Silicon Valley asks, “I work software sales and it is competitive—crazy competitive. It is so hard just to get a meeting with a customer. I need to stand out from my competition, but am struggling to figure out how.” Book: Purple Cow by Seth Godin
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How to Fire a Client
Should you ever fire a client? With Guest Co-Host, Verl Workman. Lightning Round: Top 10 Ways to Define Your Ideal Prospect Question: Maria from St Augustine asks, “I have been in sales for years, and I think this is the MOST stressed out I have ever been. A long-time client, used to be my favorite, has become a bear. They are driving me crazy, fight me on my prices, and working with them is stressful. I think about letting them go, but they are 1/3 of my annual goal? Help?” Book: Raving Referrals For Real Estate Agents by Verl Workman
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